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john_smarty   11-01-2009 at 12:22:40 AM

do i need to download and install drivers in xp mode or do they run of the ones already installed in win 7. i have a old serial port i need for card programmers that i have to run in xp.

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AtuBrian   11-01-2009 at 02:57:52 AM

dont bother with it i took all the time installed crapware of software just to get it to work to find out its laggier then teamviewer or remote desktop

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john_smarty   11-01-2009 at 05:20:00 AM

alright then i think i will run a separate xp computer maybe a p4 or something.

so Microsoft just threw it in to reel in some customers you think ?

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pjmelect   11-01-2009 at 07:38:34 AM

I disagree with AtuBrian I find that XP mode works fine in a decent computer. Although it isn’t sutible for games most applications work without any problems. You will need to install driver for certain hardware devices like your card programmer.

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Bronze Win 7 badge Zoron   11-01-2009 at 08:36:09 PM

You also need almost double the RAM (MS recommends 8GB) if you're going to run XP mode. 2GB just isn't going to cut it and 4GB is almost adequate.

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john_smarty   11-01-2009 at 10:50:54 PM

i am looking to build a system with 4 gb do you think the extra 4 is worth it ?

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Silver Win 7 badge The_Prophecy   11-01-2009 at 10:59:55 PM

Yes. If you can afford the extra 4GB, install 64 bit Windows 7 and load up your box with 8GB of ram.

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